Journey To The Edge Of The World

To have Billy Connolly as a personal tour guide through some of the world's most dramatic landscapes in the vast wilderness of the Arctic is to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience only he can offer. In his own quintessential way, this much-loved Scottish comedian, actor, musician and self-proclaimed 'citizen of the world' takes us zig-zagging from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean via Newfoundland, Canada, the Yukon and the Northwest Passage in an epic adventure only recently made possible through global warming. With his infectious enthusiasm and idiosyncratic humour, Billy goes searching for the beauty of ordinariness and bumps into all manner of weird and wonderful people along the way. He learns how to be a bear whisperer, pans for gold with prospectors, learns how to square dance, kayaks through ice floes between fishing trips, runs bare-assed into a sweat lodge, and attempts the finer complexities of the Inuit language. He jams with fiddlers, kisses a cod, goes hunting for Big Foot, and invokes the spirit of the ancients while iceberg-harvesting. With as many laugh-out-loud moments as they are poignant ones, Journey to the Edge of the World is more than just an informative and entertaining travel guide - it is time spent exclusively in the company of an irascible national treasure.

For more than 30 years, renowned anthropologist Wade Davis has traveled the globe, studying the mysteries of sacred plants and celebrating the world’s traditional cultures. His passion as an ethnobotanist has brought him to the very center of indigenous life in places as remote and diverse as the Canadian Arctic, the deserts of North Africa, the rain forests of Borneo, the mountains of Tibet, and the surreal cultural landscape of Haiti. In Light at the Edge of the World, Davis explores the idea that these distinct cultures represent unique visions of life itself and have much to teach the rest of the world about different ways of living and thinking. As he investigates the dark undercurrents tearing people from their past and propelling them into an uncertain future, Davis reiterates that the threats faced by indigenous cultures endanger and diminish all cultures.

Have you ever wondered what the ultimate question is? The one question that, if answered, would reveal the secrets of the universe? In this book, the author takes you on a journey to the edge of the universe, exploring the latest scientific theories about the origins, structure, and fate of our cosmos. Along the way, you'll learn about the Big Bang, dark matter, dark energy, black holes, string theory, and other mind-bending concepts. You'll also meet the brilliant scientists who have dedicated their lives to unravelling the mysteries of the universe. This thought-provoking book seamlessly weaves together the realms of mathematics, cosmology, and philosophy to unravel the profound enigmas that shroud our universe. It's also a personal journey of discovery, as the author shares his own passion for mathematics and his quest to find the ultimate question. Whether you're a math whiz or a complete novice, you'll find something to enjoy in this book. It's a fascinating read that will challenge your mind and expand your horizons. Here are some of the topics covered in the book: The history of astronomy and cosmology The laws of physics and their implications for the universe The Big Bang and the evolution of the universe Dark matter and dark energy Black holes and other exotic objects String theory and other unified theories of physics The ultimate question and the search for meaning The book is written in a clear and engaging style, and it's packed with interesting facts and insights. It's a must-read for anyone who's curious about the universe and the quest to find its ultimate secrets.

The Bicycle Coloring Book follows the fantastic journey of a bicycle exploring an unknown world without its rider. Bursting with intricate illustrations that evoke both Japanese anime and Western street art, the beautiful scenes cry out to be colored in amazing detail. As you color don't forget to look out for the bicycle's cute companion (who appears in every scene) and the illustration details that form a cleverly designed flip book. A stunning gift book that will appeal to lovers of cycling and urban art, as well as to committed coloring-in fans.

Tanzim lives with his Grandpa in a small village near the edge of the earth. His quiet life takes an unexpected turn when he finds out that his mom who had vanished years ago… could be found! Will Tanzim be able to leave the comfort and protection of his home and venture out to the unknown? Will he be able to bring his mom back or like her get lost in the other worlds of the universe… Read this thrilling and captivating story to find out...

National treasure Billy Connolly is our personal guide through some of the world's most dramatic landscapes in the vast wilderness of the Arctic.

The prophet Jeremiah, mourning his people in the city of Zion, spoke of the balm that could heal them. He foresaw the physician and he asked, "Why then is not the health of the daughter of my people recovered?" The message of Jesus has been in North America for centuries, yet past history with the first nations of the land has left many native people thinking they have to choose either to be an Indian or to believe in Jesus. Jeremiah said, "The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved." How, then, do we bring the balm of Gilead to the most oppressed group on the continent where women and children are suffering the highest rates of violence? When Jesus forgave a prostitute, when he offered living waters to the woman at the well who had six failed relationships, and when he healed a crippled woman, he showed us how he would build his church from the brokenhearted among all people. Journey to the Edge of the Woods visits women sharing concern over the degradation of our daughters, sisters, mothers, and friends in a world of intensifying confusion of the creation of male and female identities.

A remarkable account of the brilliant, troubled mathematician and philosopher Kurt Gödel. From his famous Incompleteness Theorem, which shook the foundations of mathematical truth, to his perilous escape from Nazi Vienna, this book weaves together his creative genius, mental illness, and idealism in the face of adversity.